A Happy New Year Post.

Let us all Celebrate Good Times! Come on! Another 12 months has passed. In just a few hours we will be leaving the year,the year of laughs,tears,bonding,moments we shared. This year hallmarked the heart of everyone, it was challenging,happy,fun-filled and exciting. Inspite of issues and controversies,our nation remained brave and united ,we were admired by most countries. As we brace ourselves to upcoming new year May we all come together in the spirit of peace. Wishing everyone A safe,happy and fun filled New Year`s party. Let us face this year with smile in our hearts! World Peace to all.

Marikina nAPO kami.

APO devirginizes the APO virgins in this night. December 30 2008 The city government of Marikina led by Mayor Marides Fernando staged a year-end concert started 7 p.m., at the Amphitheater, Riverbanks Center in Brgy. Barangka. It was attended by around 60,000 people This year they featured the Apo Hiking Society as their guest band,that`s why the event was entitled Marikina nAPO kami. Several rock bands and Marikina's stage actors also performed. City officials and APO hiking lead Marikeños in renewing their New Year's resolutions, and in re-committing to Marikina's values: discipline, patriotism, and social transformation. Grand fireworks display cap the year-end concert. Admission to the event was free. pictures here: http://veggiecircle.multiply.com/photos/album/320/MarikinAPO_sila

Dayo.....Sa Mundo ng Elementalia

 
Congratulations to Cutting Edge Production , the team behind Animation film:
Dayo.....Sa Mundo ng Elementalia
grabbed four awards in the 34th Metro Manila Film Festival 2008.

Best Sound:
Albert Idioma and Wally Dellosa - Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia

Best Visual Effects:
Robert Quilao - Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia

Best Musical Score:
Jessie Lasaten - Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia

Best Theme Song:
Lipad by Jessie Lasaten and Artemio Abad Jr., performed by Lea Salonga - Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia

TV5 Live Caravan and Give me 5 Picture

The party never stops for everyone!

Because the celebration continues as TV 5 launches it`s fun party event for us!

Save the date January 3 , 2009 And let us Shake , Rattle and Roll.

Step 1: Admission Requirements

1. Students : (elementary, high school, college)

• Present their valid school ID at the Registration Center and the Entrance gates
• 1 ID = 1 person

2. TV5 Merchandise Store

• Items bought from the TV5 merchandise store will have corresponding ticket points
• Upon purchasing from the TV5 store, visitors will be given their corresponding tickets based on the purchase they have made
• Please advise point system
• Tickets must be presented at the Registration Counter and Entrance Gates

3. On Line Promo Winners

• Winners of the On Line must present their tickets at the Registration counter and the Entrance gates
• Winners should already be given their tickets prior to the January 3 event. No claiming of tickets at the Caravan site
• Star City Wrist Pop Holders for January 3 only
• All holders of Star City wrist pops for January 3 are allowed into the Carnival
• Wrist pos must be worn on the wrists. Loose wrist pops will not be acknowledged
• Holders of wrist pops must present their wrist pos at the Registration Counter and at the Entrance Gates

Step 2: Registration Counter

• All visitors must get a registration slip at the Registration Counters
• Registration slips must be filled out before proceeding to the Entrance Gates
• Only filled out Registration slips will be honored at the entrance gates

When you have filled out your registration slip, proceed to Step 3
Step 3: Entrance Gates

• All visitors must present their registration slip at the Entrance Gates
• Only filled out Registration slips will be honored at the Entrance Gates

Welcome to the TV5 Shake Mo TV Mo Caravan!

And Also Join their latest promo:

Give Me Five Picture Mechanics

1. Send in your pictures with Number 5 as your background, foreground in the picture. The Number 5 can also be a print in the T-Shirt you're Wearing, an Artwork in the paper you are holding, anything goes. Be Creative!

2. You may email your photos with your name and contact info to promo@tv5.com.ph. You can send as many entries you want.

3. 50 Winners will be chosen and will be featured randomly in the TV5 Website. (www.tv5.com.ph).

4. Winners will receive Special Invitation to the TV5 Live, Shake Mo TV Mo Caravan on January 3 at Star City, Manila.

5. Deadline of submission of entries is on Jan 2, 2008, 12:00PM

6. Winners will be notified via e-mail. Keep on visiting www.TV5.com.ph for more updates regarding this exciting project!

34rd Metro Manila Film Festival Winners

The awards night of 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival was held on December 27, 2008 on Sofitel Hotel, Manila. Historical film Baler won 10 awards, including the Best Picture and Best Actress for Anne Curtis. Animated film Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia received four awards, including Best Theme Song, 'Lipad' performed by Lea Salonga. Sexy-comedy film One Night Only got 2 awards. Here are the complete list of winners: Best Picture:

1. Baler
2. Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat
3. Iskul Bukol: 20 Years After

Best Director: Mark Meily - Baler Best Actor: Christopher De Leon - Magkaibigan Best Actress: Anne Curtis - Baler Best Supporting Actor: Philip Salvador - Baler Best Supporting Actress: Manilyn Reyes - One Night Only Best Sceenplay: Roy Iglesias - Baler Best Story: Jose Javier Reyes - One Night Only Best Cinematography: Lee Meily - Baler Best Sound: Albert Idioma and Wally Dellosa - Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia Best Visual Effects: Robert Quilao - Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia Best Production Design: Aped Santos - Baler Best Editing: Danny Anonuevo - Baler Best Make-Up: Noli Villalobos - Desperadas 2 Best Musical Score: Jessie Lazatin - Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia Best Theme Song: Lipad by Jessie Lasaten and Artemio Abad Jr., performed by Lea Salonga - Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia Best Child Performer: Robert "Buboy" Villar - Shake, Rattle, & Roll X Special Awards Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural Award: Baler Most Gender Sensitive Film: Baler

The party never stops for everyone!

December 25 Christmas is the season of giving and sharing. It is also the season of joy and peace to everyone! May Peace be your gift at Christmas and your blessing all year through! Let us all bring the spirit of Christmas – of togetherness and unity. If we can just make everyday Christmas day. Christmas is forever, not for just one day, for loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away like bells and lights and tinsel, in some box upon a shelf. The good you do for others is good you do yourself... ~Norman Wesley Brooks, "Let Every Day Be Christmas," 1976 Merry Christmas Party to everyone!

One Night Only

My review: One night only is a familiar concept for me. but it`s really cool movie. Scenes of Chokoleit and Joross remarked as one of the funniest Paolo and Alex scene as well. I am one of those who didn`t expect a lot from this movie, Surprisingly it`s humour was simply realistic that turns out to be wacky comedy. We were all laughing like crazy. Jennylyn Anne Pineda Mercado also known as Jennylyn Mercado (born May 15, 1987 in Las Piñas City, Metro Manila, Philippines) is a Filipina actress and singer. She was the winner of the first season of StarStruck, a reality-based talent search show of GMA Network in the Philippines.

Synopsis

It all happened in one night.

Free- spirited and money hungry Jasmine (Katrina Halili) was all set to leave for Hong Kong with her new Chinese lover when her Congressman-benefactor Facundo (Ricky Davao) decided to have his return of investment. Forced to comply with a rather angry lawmaker, Jasmine had no other choice but to give in to the demands of this hot-blooded sponsor lest she be exposed for her frivolities.

Meanwhile, in a movie set, hunk actor Diego (Paolo Contis) was wrestling with a major issue involving a reporter named Meliton (Ogie Diaz) whom he beat up when the latter exposed his shady past. But this was really beyond Diego’s concerns for he had his eyes set on one of the talents on his set, a naive looking extra named Angela (Alessandra de Rossi). As he was manipulating events to get this girl in bed, he remained in touch with his best friend, Pons (Jon Avila).

Pons was a stud who worked as an advertising executive. And he too wanted to bed Vicky (Valerie Concepcion), a girl he met in Boracay. After spending so much on Vicky when they met on vacation, Pons realized that he was short-changed when she passed out on him. Unknown to the man, another girl-–Vivian (Diana Zubiri), a friend of Jasmine, was feeling guilty because she did not give in to the demands of Pons the night before when they went out on a date. So now she was determined to make appropriate amends.

The gay hairdresser of Facundo’s wife, Inday, was equally excited that day. Edward (Chokoleit) was a flamboyant beautician who was finally having his moment of truth with a man whom he has been taking care of for the past months. Edward mas madly in love with Nestor (Joross Gamboa) and this was the night that he will propose to him.

On the set where Diego was trying to get into the pants of Angela, the supervisor of the talents was a bull dyke named George (Manilyn Reynes). She was carrying on an affair with the make-up artist named Elvie (Jennylyn Mercado). Elvie, who happens to be the cousin of Vicky, wanted to end this relationship because she wanted to live a normal life. And this sent the lesbian’s world crashing.

Because of certain twists and turns and circumstances, all these characters ended up in the same motel called Lover’s Hideaway.

What happened was a night of chaos and confusion. What transpired for the next twelve hours would forever be part of their lives…and trauma.

Iskul Bukol

Synopsis

Considered to be one of the most popular and trend-setting sitcoms in the history of Philippine television is Iskul Bukol. A certified ratings champion, the show that tackled the intricacies of college life became a staple in millions of Filipino households on Tuesday evenings from 1978-1987.

Whenever Iskul Bukol is mentioned, what automatically come to mind are Wanbol University and the zany characters populating it. There is Victor Ungasis, the good-looking, kind and brainy teacher’s pet, Tito and Joey Escalera, the class bullies who always pick on Vic, Miss Tapia, the university’s resident professor who has a crush on Joey, Bibeth, Vic’s opinionated friend, Mang Temi, the operator of the school cafeteria, Tonette Macho, the gay student who befriends the fairest girl in class and Joey Anson, the campus darling who is the apple of Vic’s eye. Every episode was simply a riot with the whole gang then.

Fast forward, 20 years later, Vic Ungasis is now an excellent History professor at Wanbol University and has also successfully ventured in the field of archaeology. His recent recovery of the Kali of Humabon opens a door to a mystery. He hopes to find next the Kampilan of Lapu-Lapu and be able to display the twin war relics, side by side. Actually, the Kampilan is in the hands of Shimata, a wealthy Japanese national whose main interest is the Peseta, which should be found in the Kampiian’s bracket. The Peseta is one of the few remaining 30 pieces of Judas’ silver, which gives immortality to whoever possesses it. Unfortunately, it’s missing when he fishes the Kampilan from the depths of the water.

Interestingly, the inscriptions on the Kampilan’s hilt when put side by side with the inscriptions on the Kali will point the way to the exact location of the Peseta. Shimata steals the Kali but it’s futile since he can’t decipher the inscriptions. When Vic went to Cambodia for a speaking engagement, he’ll discover secrets that are connected to the mystery, especially when he got to know the uncle and nephew Samnang and Woog who are being hunted by Shimata’s men. Does it have something to do with the Alibata inscription on Woog’s ass whose strokes are similar to the inscriptions on the stolen Kali? And why are Tito and Joey Escalera also hiding from Shimata? How will the whole gang be involved in the exciting but dangerous search for the all-powerful Peseta?

These are some of the questions to be answered in Iskul Bukol…20 Years After, which top bills the wacky trio of showbiz pillars Tito, Vic and Joey as they reprise their roles from their very successful boob tube show before. The project is special mainly because this is the first time that the formidable triumvirate is gracing the big screen again after almost two decades.

It’s also nice to see some of the original cast members relive their roles like Bibeth Orteza (as Bibeth), Jimmy Santos (as Big J), Mely Tagasa (as Miss Tapia) and Anthony Roquel (as Tonette Macho). What’s more exciting is that some of the industry’s brightest luminaries are lending their screen presence too for this grand project like Ryan Agoncillo, Carlene Agui!ar, Robert Villar, Francine Prieto, Keempee de Leon, Oyo Sotto, EB Babes and Benjie Paras. And since this is a reunion project, Megastar Sharon Cuneta has a special participation as Sharon Escalera, the younger sister of Tito and Joey in the story.

Iskul Bukol…20 Years After is an official entry to the forthcoming Metro Manila Film Festival. Written by Bibeth Orteza and directed by Tony Reyes, the film is touted to further solidify Vic’s hold as MMFF’s undisputed Box-office King for six straight years now. An ambitious project in terms of budget, casting and story line, three of the country’s major film outfits merged forces namely, Orly llacad’s OctoArts Films, Vic’s very own M-Zet TV Productions and Tony Tuviera’s APT Entertainment to make it a reality.

Desperadas 2

Synopsis

The Desperadas are back! After one fabulous year, Courtney (Marian Rivera), Stephanie (Iza Calzado), Isabella (Ruffa Gutierrez) and Patricia (Rufa Mae Quinto) return to the silverscreen with tons of hilarious surprises guaranteed to crack viewers up with their outrageous antics

It seems that the fab four is still holding on to their “Desperadas” title, as they are caught up again in a new mix up of dizzying issues: Courtney is torn between having a baby and her flourishing fashion career, Stephanie finds herself struggling with a lot of adjustments with her “Mommy Lifestyle”, Isabella still denies her insatiable appetite for Vito’s attention and consistently maintains her love-hate relationship with him. MeanWhile, Patricia believes to have found her ,Mr. Right–the smooth talking heartthrob Congressman Fely. As they continue to collide head-on with their quirky dilemmas, the four lovely sisters will discover a shocking truth about their family that they’re really unprepared for. Their longlost sister Luga Luda (Ogie Alcasid) will suddenly enter their lives and add color to their already colorful lives.

Dayo....Sa Mundo ng Elementalia

http://www.dayothemovie.com/forum
DAYO is Graded A by the Cinema Evaluations Board of the Film Development Council of the Philippines.
Rated G (General Patronage) by MTRCB
Endorsed by: Dep Ed and National Council for Childrens Television


Even before Dayo sa Mundo ng Elementalia hits the cinemas on December 25, it has already registered a lot of firsts for the Philippine movie industry. It is touted as the first Filipino film to be produced in Dolby 7.1 and the first Pinoy movie to collaborate with Technicolor Motion Picture Corporation.

Dayo is poised not only as a feast to the eyes but will seek to establish a deeper connection with the audience through its music.

Jessie Lasaten, multi-awarded film music composer and executive producer of Dayo, weaves magic by complementing the digital animated film with an ensemble of an all-Filipino musical talent and the use of indigenous instruments. Providing for a multi-sensorial treat to audiences of all ages, Dayo's soundtrack highlights the rendition of world-renowned performer Lea Salonga of the movie's theme song, "Lipad." Her version of "Lipad" and the whole film score were recorded together with the FILharmoniKAunder the baton of Gerard Salonga.

It will be recalled that Lea had already lent her singing voice to Mulan and Princess Jasmine of Aladdin, both from Walt Disney. Lea's track will accompany the first flight of Bubuy (voiced over by Nash Aguas) and Anna manananggirl (voiced over by Katrina Legaspi). "Lipad is a song about believing in dreams and making them come true," explains Jessie who collaborated with Temi Abad, Jr. in writing the lyrics.

"Kaya mong lumipad," is a line from the movie's theme song. It speaks of an aspiration to soar and at the same time, talks about the readiness to reach new heights.

Aside from Lea's inspirational version, upcoming band Roots of Nature sang an upbeat version of "Lipad." This is currently being played on airwaves under the Sony BMG label.

Youtube sensation and Bubble Gang mainstay Moymoy Palaboy and Roadfill also perform "Kapit," a song about friendship. The two are already signed up with Sony BMG and they are slated to come out with their album soon. The 25-year old Moymoy (whose real name is James Obeso) used to be a vocalist for the band Pashionista, which is now based in Singapore. His brother Roadfill (whose real name is Rodfil Obeso) is two years younger and used to work for a telecommunications company. During the December 11 press conference of Dayo sa Mundo ng Elementalia, the two performed their song "Kapit" while the music video of the song was shown on a big screen above them.

New band Juan Lunar performed "Daybreak," a song about being there for someone when they need you most.

Jessie narrates their efforts to come up with the movie's full soundtrack, which contains 31 tracks.

"We have music that combines full orchestral instrumentation with the ethnic instruments of Joey Ayala. I've composed new themes for the major characters. In terms of scoring the scenes, I've combined orchestral score with Filipino ethnic instruments especially when Bubuy enters Elementalia. We asked Joey to sing theElementalia Dayo song as well as have him perform his 'hegalong,' a two-string lute instrument. He also played kubing (jaw harp), kulintang (ethnic gong), and nose flute which added texture to the score in the Elementalia scenes." This multi-faceted musical scoring will guarantee to carry the viewers from one scene to the next, bridging animation and real life.

Dayo's original soundtrack album is now available in record bars courtesy of Sony BMG. It is being sold at P285.

TRACK LISTING

Music Videos
1. Lipad by Lea Salonga
2. Kapit by Moymoy Palaboy
3. Lipad by Roots of Nature

Audio Tracks
4. Lipad by Lea Salonga w/ Filharmonika
5. Kapit by Moymoy Palaboy
6. Daybreak by Juan Lunar
7. Kasalo at Kasuyo by Noel Cabangon
8. Pang-Surprise by Jay Durias
9. Lipad by Roots of Nature

Dayo Movie Original Music Score
10. School Fair
11. Bubuy's Theme
12. Last Supper
13. Tree on Fire
14. Left Alone
15. Two Creatures Meet
16. Toti and Vicky
17. Cemetery Chase
18. Elementalia performed by Joey Ayala
19. Nano's House
20. Getting to Know
21. Nano's Chant
22. Adventure Begins
23. Salidumay
24. Alitub
25. Father's Love
26. Alikupuy
27. The Rescue
28. Hal-Lan
29. The Hero Rises
30. Safe and Sound
31. Peace Offering

ANG TANGING INA NYONG LAHAT

Synopsis:

The most famous mother is back for the sequel of the highest-grossing comedy movie in the Philippines!

With the one, big, happy family that she has, any woman would admire Ina Montecillo (Aiai Delas Alas) as the embodiment of a perfect mother. But after more than 40 years of doing everything for her family, she realizes she hasn’t done anything for herself. Ina then embarks on a journey of finding her self-worth that surprisingly lands her as the president of the Philippines!

Ina revolutionizes Philippine politics by running the country not as a serious and an uptight leader but as a hilarious and caring mother. Because of this, she gained the trust and the support of the Filipino people. But just as she starts to become the president that everyone loves, she also changes and becomes the mother that her children hate. In the end, Ina has to make the hardest choice of her life – becoming the mother of the nation or becoming the mother of her own children

Pasko Na, Kapamilya

December 16, 2008 ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation (ABS-CBN: "Alto Broadcasting System-Chronicle Broadcasting Network") celebrates it`s Christmas party at The Araneta Coliseum. It was spearheaded by President Charo Santos-Concio. This is the time where All artists gather in one special occasion,and more special this time as they promote “Bayan ni Juan” which is a project of ABSCBN Network to help alleviate the lives of fellow Filipinos in their 55Th anniversary. The night was filled with song and dance number from our favorite Kapamilya Artists, Stand Up comedy act from Candy Pangilinan,Pooh and Pokwang as they Mimic Manny Pacquiao`s life which really made everybody laugh. Big Stars sang Christmas songs that truly captured every ones heart: like song numbers from Pops and son,Kuh Ledesma and daughter Isabella,Zsa Zsa and daughter Karylle,Gary V and kids,actually there`s lot more. There was dance number: from Bhong Navarro and Toni Gonzaga, from Star Magic and Wowowee`s opening number:one of the highlights of the program. Willie showed the VTR of people who they helped and somehow changed it`s life: happiness! and he sang a Christmas song offered to all Filipinos in the world. then there was AiAi de Las Alas and Dolphy`s duet And before the Finale Dolphy leaves a message to all,his point is no matter hardships will soon come we still have to remain as one true family helping one another. for kapamilya updates log on : http://www.abs-cbn.com/

Before the show was started,Gary V lead a group prayer backstage.

Pasko Na, Kapamilya

Rhian Ramos

Way back May 2008, we've heard about this Rhian Ramos Sex Scandal over Showbiz Central,but to our surprise, we found no trace of the said scandal

Rhian is one of the most beautiful faces in showbiz,she plays her biggest role of a man who became a woman in GMA-7’s primetime series La Lola

Rhian Ramos and Mark Herras are paired for the first time in My Only Love

Rhian Denise Ramos (born on October 3, 1990 in Makati City, Philippines)

is an actress and commercial model.